It's been a little over a year since my Aspire saga with American Express. So, I figure it's time for me to write a Hilton Aspire card 2022 review to see how things are going after my first year of ownership. … [Read more...] about Hilton Aspire Card 2022 Review
Chase Cards Get New Instacart Benefits
Not long ago, Chase offered free trials of Instacart+ - the premium membership of grocery delivery service Instacart. Now, it's back, and then some, as Chase cards get new Instacart benefits. … [Read more...] about Chase Cards Get New Instacart Benefits
Hawaii Hotel Rates Soared in June 2022
Ever since reopening, the islands have been setting new hotel rate records. After a brief reprieve in May, Hawaii hotel rates soared in June 2022, resulting in higher revenue per available room (RevPAR) than in pre-pandemic times despite lower occupancy rates. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Hotel Rates Soared in June 2022
Wow! Southwest Eliminated Flight Credit Expirations!
Flight credits have become one of the latest pain points in travel today. However, one airline is taking away that pain point as Southwest eliminated flight credit expirations this past Wednesday! … [Read more...] about Wow! Southwest Eliminated Flight Credit Expirations!
Reminder: Keep Your Distance from Monk Seals
Rocky the monkey caught the attention of all of Hawaii when she became the first Hawaiian Monk Seal to give birth on bustling Waikiki Beach in forever. Recently, she came back to Waikiki to give birth again, though things have gone quite wrong this time. So, this is a reminder to keep your distance from monk seals. … [Read more...] about Reminder: Keep Your Distance from Monk Seals
Travel and Leisure World’s Best 2022
It's that time of the year again - time for T&L's World's Best results. I'm not going over the whole list, as it's HUGE. But I do want to discuss some of the Hawaii listings. So here are some of my thoughts on Travel and Leisure World's Best 2022 list. … [Read more...] about Travel and Leisure World’s Best 2022
It’s Time to Get Over the 737 MAX Fear
It's official. Every single major airline in the U.S. has ordered the Boeing 737 MAX. In the coming years, these jets are going to become increasingly common in our skies. So, it's time to get over the 737 MAX fear. … [Read more...] about It’s Time to Get Over the 737 MAX Fear
Yay! Alaska Air is Launching Electronic Bag Tags!
As regular readers know, Alaska Airlines is my preferred airline. The reason for this is a combination of service, value, and convenience. That last aspect is about to get even better as Alaska Air is launching electronic bag tags! … [Read more...] about Yay! Alaska Air is Launching Electronic Bag Tags!
Best Airline Credit Cards for Hawaii Residents
In 2022, I know many in Hawaii still carry the Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard as their default credit card. But why? There are better ones out there. So, today, I want to discuss what I consider to be the best airline credit cards for Hawaii residents. … [Read more...] about Best Airline Credit Cards for Hawaii Residents
Avoid These Hyatt Properties in Hawaii
Recently, Brian Cohen of The Gate broke the news of a nefarious new fee being charged at certain Hyatt properties. Because of this new fee, I suggest you avoid these Hyatt properties in Hawaii, though not all of them are that bad compared to other properties' resort fees. … [Read more...] about Avoid These Hyatt Properties in Hawaii